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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1909
Page
26
Fragmented reports from the session show the National League in deadlock over president contenders. Murphy and other owners clash with Johnson allies while debates center on Ward’s candidacy. A second ballot looms as votes tally and tensions rise amid calls to resolve the leadership impasse.
Sporting commentary analyzes the ball nine power struggle as John Ward and R W Brown duel for NL president with Heydler as a potential compromise. It cites Johnson's tarnished stance on honesty in baseball and questions over New York’s tipping probe, while discussing Elberfeld and Criger trades affecting teams.
New York dispatch reports promoter Tex Rickard denies any secret pact between Jeffries and Johnson on purse division after a conference with the fighters. Rickard says he warned they would publish full details and that he bets no secret inducement influenced bids. Observers expect the event to be staged in Salt Lake City with odds likely even.
Central High School track coach Foley rejects offer to lead Georgetown athletes this season. He states he is under contract with local authorities and cannot commit. He may assist after hours if possible but current duties keep him at Central and Eastern studios.
Tommy Ryan, former welterweight champion, arrives in Memphis predicting Johnson will win and underestimates public opinion. He notes Jeffries’ long retirement and suggests no champion stays away and returns with same power. Ryan cites upcoming match plans, Dr Roller’s training influence, and a potential public meeting with Roller as a next challenger.
A fragment describes practical gifts for intimate tastes noting dancing pumps priced at 4.00 and tech shoes ranging from 4 to 8 dollars as thoughtful presents, suggesting sensible purchases over flimsier gifts.
William Engeman plans to apply to the State Racing Commission for a 1910 license after Brighton Beach Association reenters competition. The Jockey Club earlier excluded the Brighton group from recognized meetings, placing it with independent outfits like Metropolitan and Empire City. If licensed, Brighton would follow state rules and could race under commission oversight.
In Baltimore on December 16 two boxers tied up through ten rounds before the Eureka Athletic Club audience. Seiger of Denver wore down Sullivan of Washington, gaining the decision as Sullivan wilted late after a nose cut and eye swelling.
West Virginia University in Morgantown announced its season opens April 2 and ends June 15 with a slate against several fast Mid Atlantic and regional teams. Coach Foulk leads the squad with games listed at Bethany Westminster Washington Georgetown Notre Dame Michigan and more across venues in Philadelphia Annapolis Detroit and Pittsburgh.
Yussif Mahmout triumphed over Americus in the Coliseum wrestling close Tuesday night, but the win carried a price as Mahmout sustained a rib injury in the second fall. Bulganan showed marked improvement yet complained of rib pain, and Antonio Pierri canceled a planned match for Friday after a physician deemed it inadvisable.
Special to The Washington Test reports that the executive board of the Rock Hill College Athletic Association decided after a long debate not to play basketball this season. The move stems from an extensive and expensive baseball schedule planned for next summer, leaving students with soccer as their winter pastime.
The piece notes editor inquiries in The Washington Post and reports from EJ Drake's Virginia demonstration trip. It catalogs Detroit and Columbia car agents, showcased models, and notable buyers in Washington, with growing demand for high class autos and upcoming New York show preparations at Madison Square Garden.
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